Mid-Level Construction Buyer

14-May-2025

Supply Chain Management

10042BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms.

The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Procurement

Discipline

Procurement

Career Level

P3

Salary Range

$72,100 - $101,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Procurement personnel perform supply chain and logistics functions, which may include, but are not limited to, material and service procurement, production planning, outsourcing, vendor selection, expediting, and distribution. They create integrated processes among internal functions such as operations, purchasing and logistics, and outside suppliers. They establish key performance metrics and benchmarks relating to supply chain planning/forecasting to measure actual performance against goals.

Discipline Description

Procurement roles oversee the end-to-end process of planning, sourcing, and delivering products or services to customers. Professionals in these roles ensure the efficient flow of goods, services, information, and finances across the entire supply chain network, from suppliers to customers.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

*Taking actions and exhibiting behaviors to ensure that safety, security, and disciplined execution of work are the organization's top priorities. Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed. Obtain safety training, obey safety rules, and make safety an integral part of each task. Take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition. Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed. Obtain safety training, obey safety rules, and make safety an integral part of each task. Take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition.
*Executing work in a manner that helps to drive quality (compliance/standardization), speed (cycle time), and efficiency (process improvements) up and costs (time/material) down.
*Striving to model excellence (achieve greatness/excel at what you do), deliver results (be accountable to customers/meet objectives and targets), energize and recognize teams (build strong talent/recognize outstanding efforts), build relationships (communicate transparently/provide excellent customer service), and shape the future (foster SRS success and growth/work today with the future in mind).
*Actively participate in SCM's Tiered Operating Performance System (TOPS) process.
*Identify and assist in the implementation of continuous improvements.
*Performing cross functional senior program level assignments that help facilitate the effective operations of SCM. These assignments may include warehouse, property, purchasing, etc. See Attachment A: SCM Functional Area Check List. The successful candidate will have periodic management oversight of assigned projects. This person will provide leadership and function as a mentor and educator for less experienced personnel.
*Complete training requirements for positions as required by the company.
*Obtain/Maintain proficiency on company designated systems/ applications for processing work.
*Provide feedback to SCM managers in quarterly performance reviews and/or as needed to ensure performance issues are addressed timely.
*Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

We'd Also Like to See

* Capital project buying experience
* Construction knowledge
* Government purchasing or procurement experience (state, local or federal)
* Ability to work under compressed time constraints
* Training experience
* Excellent customer service skills

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
* Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
* Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
* May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options - Critical Illness and Accident Insurance - Employer paid life insurance with buy up options - Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability - 401(k) with Employer Match - Various wellness programs - Paid Time Off and Holidays - Discounts and other supplemental benefits SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day.

Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

21-May-2025